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Sales tax rates and minimum wages for all 50 states and DC for 2026, each with its national rank and how it compares to the average.

2026 figuresSources cited50 states + DC
Sales tax by stateCombined state + average local rate, ranked.Minimum wage by stateEffective hourly minimum wage, ranked.

Why sales tax and minimum wage vary so much by state

The US has no national sales tax — each state, and often each city and county, sets its own — so combined rates run from 0% in five states to over 10% in parts of Louisiana. Minimum wage works similarly: the federal floor of $7.25 has not moved since 2009, so almost all the variation now comes from state laws, with 30 states above the floor and many indexing to inflation each year. Dozens of cities set their own higher local minimums on top.

Whether a "no sales tax" or "no income tax" state is actually cheaper for you depends on how you earn and spend — states without one tax usually lean harder on another (property tax, higher sales tax, or severance taxes on oil and minerals).

Frequently asked questions

How current is this data?
Sales tax rates are from the Tax Foundation's 2026 state-and-local report; minimum wages are the 2026 effective rates. State figures change every year — mostly on January 1 for minimum wage — so always confirm with the relevant state agency before relying on a number.
What does 'combined' sales tax mean?
The statewide rate plus a population-weighted average of the local (city and county) rates. Your exact address can be higher or lower. The national average combined rate is about 6.64%.
Which states have no sales tax and no income tax?
No statewide sales tax: Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire, Oregon. No wage income tax: Alaska, Florida, Nevada, New Hampshire, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, Wyoming. Alaska and New Hampshire appear on both lists.
Is this an official source?
No. It compiles figures from public sources (Tax Foundation, US Department of Labor, state agencies) for quick comparison. For anything official — filing, payroll, compliance — use the relevant state Department of Revenue or labor department.

Figures are compiled from public sources and may lag official changes. Verify with the relevant state agency before relying on them.